AllyKatzz (http://www.allykatzz.com)
common sense media says
Safe tween blogging site is fluffy but very clean.
parents & educators say
What parents need to know
Parents need to know that this site is a safe way for tween girls to blog -- and read other blogs. The girls who are registered here can't post any identifying information, including last name, or any photo of their face (unless they are a "reporter" for the site), home, or school. Administrators hire college students to monitor all posts and photos. Talk is highly tween-ish and scores much higher on the tame scale than most other networking sites. Unfortunately, there's a commercialistic yuck factor that data is being collected from girls who sign up for a special designation on the site for marketing and research purposes, and ads abound here. But overall a safe, fun, colorful site for tween bloggers.
Educational value:
This site is for tweens to connect with other tweens for fun and support, not for education. Many posts focus on pop culture, tween boredom, boys, and buying. However, if a tween girl wants to become an Ally Katzz "reporter" they have to go through an application process and are assigned beats and stories to "cover," so there's some job application and journalism skills learned there.
Violence:
Not applicable.
Sex:
Lots of relatively tame tween relationship talk: I like this boy, does he like me? He likes me, his best friend likes me, my best friend likes him. He's two years older than me, can I date him?
Language:
Site hires college students and adults to read every post, so there's no trash talk.
Consumerism:
Ads for movies, books, music. The site encourages users to sign up for its group "AllyStreetKatzz," which is a vehicle to collect market research from those who participate in contests and polls sponsored by companies that target tween girls. Parental permission and home address required.
Drinking, drugs, & smoking:
Not applicable.
Privacy & safety:
All posts are monitored for safety. Some photos that tween bloggers post that contain images of identifiable faces are shadowed out. Photos of the reporters, with their first name and state, are posted.
Parents are provided, via email, their tween's login and password, the site's privacy statement and terms, as well as a thorough explanation of the use guidelines when their child signs up. If a tween signs up for the reporter's program, parents must sign, and have legally notarized, the application. They are also informed of their daughter's reporting assignments.
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AlinaW.
teen, 16 years old
teen, 16 years old
Tween and Teen Girl Heaven!
As an Advisory Member of Allykatzz, as well as a longtime member, Allykatzz was AMAZING through my tween years. Allykatzz is definetly a unique website because it's safe . . . Meanies definetly aren't tolerated, and the advice and support from girl to girl is great! Sure, there's some tweenage blabber, but the amazing part is the social networking where you can have a blog, chat with other girls through messages called Shout Outs, have fun, and give and get great advice on a bunch of topics. I've also made a couple of great online friends through Allykatzz, and it is one of the best websites for tween and teen girls I have ever seen or heard of on the internet!
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Idarasunshine
kid, 11 years old
kid, 11 years old
When I aways wake up on a new day I think it is going to be a good day and I like when you get to write about your feelings and some one can help you with your problems.
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muenessa678
kid, 12 years old
kid, 12 years old
All of the highlights above
i had an account since i was 10 great website
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SusanW98
kid, 13 years old
kid, 13 years old
Allykatzz* - Amazing For Tween-Teen Girls, Ages 7-16
I have been with the site as of my 8th birthday! :) I absolutely love it with all of my heart - also, it is VERY safe! :D
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swapskunk
kid, 11 years old
kid, 11 years old
I love this Site!
I LOVE AllyKatzz*. It's SOOO much safer than other blogging and stuff websites. Everyone really helps out when you're angry or sad. It's really awesome.
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originality95
teen, 16 years old
teen, 16 years old
5 Years Later and I'm Still Loving it!
I've been a member of Allykatzz since I was in the 5th grade, now a freshman in high school, I'm on the advisory board for the site, and recommend it to all tween and teen girls. It's a great place to connect, express your opinions and ideas, and let your voice be heard. It's very safe, and appropriate for young and older girls. It's easy to make new friends that share your interests, learn new things, and help girls, get/give advice. Blogging is a great way for girls to get their feelings out and get other girls opinions on subjects that matter to them. The advertising is targeted towards our age group, but for the most part I think the advertisements are useful, and interesting products. I give this website 5 stars and recommend parents and kids to check it out! Allykatzz is the first and last website I log on and off of when on the computer.
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crisleem
parent of 9 and 12 year old
parent of 9 and 12 year old
Perfect for girls 9-15!
My daughter has been on this site for a couple years now. It certainly isn't Facebook or Myspace but instead an age appropriate version of such. I've tried twice now to join and because I'm apparently not 10-15 I get booted each time. I like that. However if I have a concern, there is an email address just for parents to find out what their kid is doing! No photos of faces allowed, and all posted material is reviewed before it is approved to post. So, no bullying, no bad language, no dangerous language, etc. No personal information. I like that!
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lunaluvgood
kid, 12 years old
kid, 12 years old
I loveee this site!
I think this site is awesome and cool! Its really safe too.
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rubystar
kid, 12 years old
kid, 12 years old
ALLYKATZZ ROCKS!!!
I love this site!!!!!! It is really close-knit and you can feel like the other girls are your friends. I joined Allykatzz when I was 9 and again when I was 11. It is a super great site. You can be a Girl Reporter and I asked my dad to print the application today. There is also a Yearly Delegate Summit where tween girls can meet in NYC and talk about their thoughts, feelings, and ideas.
You can blog and make your own polls and post pics. They have someone who checks everything you post, and most of the girls there are really nice! Also there is a cancer club started by an eleven-year-old girl that raises money and awareness for serious illnesses.
I think every girl who wants to be heard and to have fun would really enjoy Allykatzz. That's why if you are a tween girl, ages 9-14,you should JOIN!
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CAMEELY
teen, 13 years old
teen, 13 years old
awesome had a user since the begining mad about new ads but some of my younger freinds have it!
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lovetotalk1121
kid, 12 years old
kid, 12 years old
The perfect site for tweens
I LOVE this site! I just signed up last nite, and I love the blogging feature. I've always wanted one, and this one is perfect. I love it all! I would definetley reccomend it.
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diary789
kid, 12 years old
kid, 12 years old
Wonderful site for girls 8+
This is GREAT!!!! This is a great site because when you're feeling sad,you know there'll be girls willing to help you! And it's great to share your opinions too,because there are plenty of girls who'll agree with you! Also,I love how decoritave you can be with your page! The coolest feature on the site is...The White House Wall! The messages on here will be sent straight to the President! How cool is that??
And,the site is safe. College studednts review EVERY post before it goes online. Plus,girls aren't allowed to post pictures of their faces,unlike moost sites!
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koala6324
kid, 11 years old
kid, 11 years old
Great for tween girls 9+
Ally Katzz is safe similar to a social networking site like bebo,myspace,facebok,and twitter. But much safer.
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Americangirlfo ...
teen, 14 years old
teen, 14 years old
I love it!
Like my title says it rocks defiantly recommend it 5 out of 5
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Vaneskera
teen, 14 years old
teen, 14 years old
Perfect for tweens.
I've been on AllyKatzz since this December. Its an excellent website- anything purely offensive isn't on it. I would recommend the website.
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mojofashiongirl
kid, 12 years old
kid, 12 years old
Good for girls 9+
I love this website!
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Musicgirl209
kid, 12 years old
kid, 12 years old
One problem
I like this website. You can read stories and secrets from other girls. Really cool! My only problem is that they ask for your zip code when you sighn up... So I'm hesitating on making an account.
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